Responding to and
preventing crime. Looking for dangerous people in dangerous places. Arresting
drunk drivers before they kill others. It's what police officers do every day
to make a difference in our communities while serving and protecting others.
But what happens when a cop is powerless to save those who matter most? For 16
years, veteran Patrol Officer Mike Knetzger patrolled the streets of Titletown,
USA - Green Bay, Wisconsin. Like all cops, he believed in what he did, until
the night of June 3, 2008. His 18-year-old daughter, Ashley, was murdered by a
2,000 pound speeding bullet. While he was on the streets protecting others,
there was absolutely nothing Officer Knetzger could do to save Ashley's life.
This compelling, powerful, and emotionally impacting narrative will let you
ride along and discover how one girl changed a cop, a dad, a mom, a brother and
sister, an entire police department, and a culture. Ashley's Story has been
shared with over 20,000 high school and college students, police officers,
members of the armed forces, parent, and community groups. Ashley's Story is
changing lives and can change yours too.

This book is dedicated to
Ashley’s memory. She was a difference maker and it’s our goal, through Ashley’s Story, to make a difference in
Wisconsin and prevent drunk driving deaths. Unfortunately, Wisconsin ranks
within the top five states for alcohol related problems and coddles first offense
drunk drivers, regardless of how dangerous they are. A first offense drunk
driver is merely issued a traffic citation (an ordinance violation – not a
crime) with no risk of jail time or other sanctions except a license suspension
or revocation. A first offense drunk driver, driving the wrong way into
oncoming traffic – more dangerous than a bullet fired from a gun – faces no
risk of jail time, even though they would significantly endangered the lives of
others. Attitudes towards drinking and driving need to change and we hope that Ashley’ Story can serve as an avenue of that
change.

Copies of Ashley’s
Story are included with Mr. Knetzger’s emotionally impacting presentations.
Portions of the proceeds from Ashley’s
Story support a scholarship fund has been established in Ashley’s memory at
the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) Foundation. Ashley’s
scholarship benefits students each year who are pursuing nursing degrees. Ideal
students who receive this award exemplify high academics and service to the
community, just like Ashley did.Donations
can be sent directly to the NWTC Foundation, P.O. Box 19042, Green Bay, WI
54307-9042. All donations are tax deductible.Please note on
your check or money order that your donation should be directed to the, “Ashley
Knetzger Scholarship.”

Your $10.00 purchase of Ashley’s
Story also helps support her scholarship fund. Simply click here to order.

To bring Ashley’s Story to your high school,
college, community group, or law enforcement organization, please contact Mr.
Knetzger directly via email.

Praise For Ashley’s Story

"Mike
shares an eye-opening and unique perspective on that deep down fear that every
parent has. His journey as a dad and police officer will make your heart ache,
then vow to make a difference. A must read for all parents and officers!"~ Sarah Thomsen, News Anchor / Reporter

"Ashley's Story is not just a law
enforcement book, or a survivors story. This really is a love story and it left
me feeling inspired, again, to do what I can to fight this drinking culture and
drunk driving. And, I'm reminded again to appreciate every day!"~ Police Chief Todd Thomas, Appleton Police
Department

"This book tells a truly heartbreaking
story and should be required reading for every 9th and 10th grade student in
America. As a 27-year police veteran, I can tell you the section on making
proper and effective notifications should be required reading in every police academy
and in every police in-service. I just wish I had that information at the start
of my career."~ Police Chief Andrew Smith, Green Bay Police
Department

Have you read or heard Ashley’s Story? Were you impacted by it?
Please share with us via email regarding how Ashley‘s Story made a difference in your life.